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I have heard that we get a sponsor to kind of help us navigate this new world. When does this happen? Before we leave, or not until we get there?

Also, What's the deal with APO boxes? When do we get those? And is that the address we'll use for ALL our mail needs while in Guam?

Can we get car insurance through DODD?
Ida Sponsors might be hit or miss, from our experience. It probably depends on your school as to when you are assigned. Hopefully someone will help you with hote reservations etc.

We were issued our APO box before we left. The principal had set it up. We were able to ship a few package and they were waiting for us when we arrived.

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Jan 21, 2018
haha It depends on the location/base/post. We were in contact with our sponsor before we left for our first posting and they picked us up from the airport. For out next post we never had one. I would agree sponsors are hit or miss. Some sponsors practically adopt you and other are like let me know if you need anything (and of course you don't know what ...See More
Jan 21, 2018
haha USAA insurance (if you or your military parent have/had a policy with them). If not, there are usually insurance agents on or very near base that are used to working with Americans and will generally take good care of you..
Jan 21, 2018
HelpOthers If this response is not too late, contact your school and ask for a sponsor. They can set up your PO Box with a copy of your orders.
Feb 22, 2018


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